Virtual talk to explore story of historic buildings in Inverness
Two of Inverness’s most historic and architecturally important buildings will be the subject of an online talk this week.
Rose Street Foundry and Midmills campus, formerly the home of Inverness Royal Academy, will be in focus for the event organised by Wasps’ Inverness Creative Academy and Inverness Townscape Heritage Project and hosted by conservation architect Calum Maclean.
It coincides with the launch of Mr Maclean’s new publication The Architecture of Inverness.
The talk will look at the architectural practice of Ross & Macbeth in Inverness which was involved in both buildings.
Mr Maclean, who owns architectural practice MAAC Studio, will also be answering questions from the audience alongside a panel from Inverness Creative Academy, which is based at Midmills campus, and Inverness Townscape Heritage Project.
He said: “Alexander Ross is one of the Highland’s one most celebrated architects. Inverness expanded dramatically during the Victorian period and Ross was responsible for designing many of our most important streets and buildings including Inverness Cathedral.
“In 1887, he entered into a long-running partnership with his then assistant Robert John Macbeth, creating the Ross & Macbeth practice. I’m looking forward to sharing details of their iconic work during this talk and bringing the beauty of their work to people at home.”
Audrey Carlin, chief executive officer at Wasps Studios, said: “This talk is a wonderful opportunity to learn about the long and colourful history of two of Inverness’s most iconic buildings.”
Councillor Jimmy Gray, chairman of the townscape heritage project, said: “Recently I have been doing a great deal of walking around Inverness Old Town centre and looking up at some of the beautiful buildings we have. I’d encourage others to do the same and this talk is a great opportunity to learn about the Rose Street Foundry and Midmills campus.”
The talk takes place at 3pm on Thursday.
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